Mary Eccleston met the current love of her life in 2001... online. She is not the least bit shy in saying that she and Bill Marble were sharing emails for a few weeks before meeting in person for dinner. In 2002 Mary moved to Corbett to be with Bill and has been here ever since! Growing up on a farm in Montana, she felt comfortable in Corbett right from the beginning. As a mother of four and a grandmother to seven, she has two adult children living locally, and two are out of state. Although Mary is retired from 20 years as a waitress and then 20 years as a drug and alcohol treatment counselor, she still helps Bill with his business. As an engineer, Bill makes the machines that put "buttons" on coffee bags that "de-gas" the coffee. Her and Bill have been in all 49 states in their motor home (they are planning to FLY to Hawaii!) to be a part of vendor shows. When back at home, they both enjoy old cars. They have eight currently in storage on their property, including a 1935 Plymouth and a 1988 Plymouth police car she received as a Valentine's gift from Bill! Mary also enjoys doing machine embroidery to create quilts and ornaments, as well as other gift items. Once a week she helps cook lunch for the seniors in our community with the Helping Hands program, and loves talking with the community members over a hot cooked meal. Back at the house, a favorite is the large brick fireplace that heats the entire home from its angled position in the living room. A little embroidery and a cozy fire makes for a great evening in Corbett this winter!
